Samofa Postal Codes, Biak Numfor, Papua Indonesia

The postal code for Samofa is 98551 in Papua, Biak Numfor, Indonesia. The table below lists ZIP codes and postcodes for places within Samofa.

Samofa on the Map

The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Samofa districts in Indonesia. The postal codes listed on this page correspond to specific towns, villages, and post offices within this area.

What to Know About Samofa

Key Facts

Samofa is a district (kecamatan) located in Biak Numfor Regency, Papua Province, Indonesia. Situated on the northern coast of Biak Island in Cenderawasih Bay, Samofa serves as the administrative capital of Biak Numfor Regency and is positioned approximately 60 kilometers north of the provincial capital Jayapura. This coastal district covers an area of about 52 square kilometers and has a population of approximately 25,000 people according to recent estimates. Samofa is divided into several urban villages (kelurahan) including Samofa, Sumberker, and Sawa, which form the main urban center of the regency. The district features a tropical rainforest climate with consistent temperatures throughout the year and serves as an important administrative and commercial hub for the surrounding regions. As the regency capital, Samofa hosts various government offices, educational institutions, and healthcare facilities that serve the broader Biak Numfor area. The district's strategic coastal location has historically made it an important center for trade and transportation in the region. For those seeking detailed postal code information and administrative data for Samofa's constituent villages and neighborhoods, comprehensive resources are available through official channels.

Neighboring Regions

* Biak Kota

* Biak Utara

* Biak Timur